Basel, March 16, 2023 — Novartis today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted approval for Tafinlar® (dabrafenib) + Mekinist® (trametinib) for the treatment of pediatric patients 1 year of age and older with low-grade glioma (LGG) with a BRAF V600E mutation who require systemic therapy. The FDA also approved liquid formulations of
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NEW ORLEANS — Application of a single-use disposable patch to the axillary area for up to 3 minutes led to statistically significant and clinically meaningful benefit for patients with primary axillary hyperhidrosis, results from a pivotal randomized trial showed. “This is a new kind of device that is going to be a nice tool to have for
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Salt substitutes can be an effective way to help lower your blood pressure and right heart disease. But experts warn that overuse of certain salt substitutes can be dangerous for some people. Dr. Regis Fernandes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, explains why you should use caution with salt substitutes. ____________________________________________ For the safety of its patients,
Here’s how to not only survive but thrive in medical school. First, be adaptable. Medical school is an entirely different beast from anything you’ve experienced before. What worked during high school and college likely won’t be enough anymore. You’ll need to experiment, track, and ultimately challenge your current assumptions and ways of living. Next, hone
An animal shelter in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, temporarily shut down after dozens of dogs contracted canine influenza. Blue Chip Farm Animal Refuge, home not just to dogs but also cats, rabbits, horses, goats and pigs, had to suspend its operations due to a virus outbreak infecting dogs, according to ABC affiliate WNEP-TV. “A few of
Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. CNN — The remains of a glacier have been found near the Martian equator, suggesting that some form of water could still exist in a region on the red planet where humans may one day
The Mediterranean diet appears to be associated with a lower incidence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and mortality in women, new observational data suggest. Those who had a higher adherence to a Mediterranean diet had a 24% lower risk for cardiovascular disease and 23% lower risk for death. Dr Sarah Zaman “A healthy diet is a
6 Lettuce Wraps Made in Under 30 Minutes – Diabetes Daily Learning Center Learning Center: LearningCenter Diabetes Daily does not provide medical advice,diagnosis or treatment.Get additional information.© 2005 – 2023 Everyday Health, Inc., a Ziff Davis company. Everyday Health is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by
Do you find yourself losing focus when you really need to get the job done? Here are 12 quick ways you can get back on track and tick off that to-do list in no time Are you having one of those days? We’ve all been there. You’ve got a to-do list a mile long, yet
Just when medical experts thought they had already identified all of the symptoms of COVID-19, a new study comes along, claiming that some patients suffer from a condition known as “face blindness.” The bizarre symptom that makes one unable to recognize familiar faces, including loved ones, is rare but alarming. Scientifically called prosopagnosia, face blindness impairs the
NEW YORK and TOKYO, March 17, 2023. Pfizer Inc. and Astellas Pharma Inc. (“Astellas”) today announced positive topline results from the Phase 3 EMBARK trial evaluating XTANDI (enzalutamide) in men with non-metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer (nmHSPC; also known as non-metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer or nmCSPC) with high-risk biochemical recurrence (BCR). Patients enrolled in the trial
A global maternal immunization program for group B Streptococcus – Strep B – would save millions of dollars in healthcare costs by reducing death and disability, a team led by researchers from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) has found. However, the research, published in PLOS Medicine, suggests that without tiered pricing
Abortion rights advocates gather in front of the J Marvin Jones Federal Building and Courthouse in Amarillo, Texas, on March 15, 2023. Moises Avila | AFP | Getty Images A federal judge in Texas heard arguments for the first time this week in a closely watched case challenging the Food and Drug Administration’s approval of
The 24-hour news cycle is just as important to medicine as it is to politics, finance, or sports. At MedPage Today, new information is posted daily, but keeping up can be a challenge. As an aid for our readers, and for a little amusement, here is a 10-question quiz based on the news of the
NEW ORLEANS — All but one Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor with dermatologic indications carries a black box warning that lists multiple risks for drugs in this class, including the risk of major adverse cardiac events (MACE), even though the basis for all the risks is a rheumatoid arthritis (RA) study, according to a critical review
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Oral (mouth) cancer is complicated. It’s okay to have questions. Get informed: https://mayocl.in/3JM482a. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with oral cancer, you may be asking yourself a lot of questions. Our experts are here to help you answer them. 0:00 Introduction 0:15 What can I do to prevent oral cancer? 0:45
Doctors and medical students have some of the highest suicide rates of any profession and a common precursor to suicide is burnout. But what is burnout, and how can you avoid it? Burnout is described as physical or mental collapse caused by overwork or stress. It’s characterized by emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and a reduced sense
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Irreversible vision loss may no longer be a major problem soon after scientists found a way to alter the genes affecting different cells needed by the eyes to see. They managed to reverse vision loss in mice in a new study. Published in the Journal of Experimental Medicine on Friday, the study detailed how a
Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. CNN — Sometimes newfound flower species are lurking where scientists least expect to see them — in parks, gardens and even in planters on balconies. That’s where researchers in Japan recently identified a new species
Patients with moderate to severe osteoarthritis (OA) or osteonecrosis (ON) eligible for total joint arthroplasty (TJA) who have failed one or more nonoperative therapies should proceed directly to surgery, according to new guidelines from the American College of Rheumatology and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. “One of the reasons for creating this
Should Everyone With Diabetes Use a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)? This Doctor Says Yes. – Diabetes Daily Learning Center Learning Center: LearningCenter Diabetes Daily does not provide medical advice,diagnosis or treatment.Get additional information.© 2005 – 2023 Everyday Health, Inc., a Ziff Davis company. Everyday Health is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc.
From a nature-inspired journaling workbook to an activity that will help you rediscover your inner-child nature, try something new with our enriching suggestions 1. Page-turners The Wildflower’s Workbook: A Journal for Self-Discovery in Nature by Katie Daisy If you’re someone who loves to journal equally as much as spending time outdoors, this wonderful workbook is
It’s been three years since the COVID-19 pandemic started, and the medical community is still learning new things about the disease to this day. One of the symptoms currently making buzz online is insomnia. Surprisingly, the novel coronavirus also robs one of a restful night’s sleep. It is even one of the most crippling symptoms, not frequently
New scientific research has found that attending live sporting events improves levels of wellbeing and reduces feelings of loneliness. Published in the journal Frontiers in Public Health, the research is the first large-scale study to examine the benefits of attending any type of live sporting event. The study, carried out by academics from Anglia Ruskin
When Paula Chestnut needed hip replacement surgery last year, a pre-operative X-ray found irregularities in her chest. As a smoker for 40 years, Chestnut was at high risk for lung cancer. A specialist in Los Angeles recommended the 67-year-old undergo an MRI, a high-resolution image that could help spot the disease. But her MRI appointment
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